Scottish crossbill

Key information

The Scottish crossbill is a chunky, thick-set finch with a large head and substantial bill. It is very difficult to distinguish from the other members of the crossbill family. It is the UK's only endemic bird species (ie one found nowhere else in the world).

What they eat:

Pine seeds.

Measurements:

Length:

16-17cm

Wingspan:

27-37cm

Weight:

44g

Population:

UK breeding:

6,800 pairs

Identifying features:

This bird species has different identifying features depending on sex/age/season.